Welcome to the Anson Engine Museum
Telling the story of the marvel of the internal combustion engine
The Anson Engine Museum is one of the largest engine museums in Europe.
Nestled in Poynton, Cheshire, it is an enchanting and enlightening experience that delves into the captivating history of engines and engineering, and celebrates the vibrant local crafts that complement this rich heritage.
We have now closed for the season and will re-open Easter Sunday and Monday 5th & 6th April 2026. New Steam dates below and open every Friday from 10th April till 23rd October.
5th-6th April - Easter Sunday - Monday Bank Holiday opening weekend
3rd-4th May - Sunday - Monday Bank Holiday
21st June - Sunday - Father’s Day
19th July - Sunday - Small Engine Rally
30th-31st August - Sunday - Monday Bank Holiday
20th September - Sunday
24th - 25th October - Saturday - Sunday - closing weekend
Ticket prices
Adults: £8 (standard), £10 (event days)
Children (13 to 16): £2.50
Children under 13: Free
Friends of the Anson: Free
Anson Engine Museum, Anson Road, Poynton, SK12 1TD
A great day out!
An introduction to the Anson Engine Museum.
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New Steam Days in 2026
5th April & 6th April - Easter Sunday and Monday
3rd May & 4th May - Sunday and Monday
21st June - Sunday - Father’s Day
19th July - Sunday - Small Engine Rally
30th & 31st August - Sunday and Monday
20th September - Sunday
24th & 25th October - Saturday and Sunday
Top things to see
The fantastic steam engine section in our Memorial Building.
Several rare, iconic engines from the National Collection.
The largest running Crossley Atmospheric engine.
The Mirrlees No 1 – the first diesel engine ever built in the UK (and third in the world!).
The Gardner 4T5 - always a crowd pleaser!
Our Furnival engine (displayed running a printing press) and our National engine (displayed running a typical workshop).
Our monthly live demos of bodging and blacksmithing work, run by experienced local craftsmen.
Make a donation
All donations are greatly appreciated and help us to continue to deliver a great museum experience.
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